The Pros And Cons Of Solar Power

Discusses the issues surrounding solar power, including an overview of the energy crisis, the environmental consequences, and the future of solar power.

Examines the history, benefits and risks, and future of solar power as a fuel source. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Learn about one of the most environmentally friendly forms of energy: solar power, its advantages and disadvantages, and what solar power means for the future of the planet.

Learn about one of the most environmentally friendly forms of energy: solar power, its advantages and disadvantages, and what solar power means for the future of the planet.

Looks at the arguments around the different forms of energy. This work addresses the pros and cons of energy courses, detailing the fundamentals of each energy type with information on how they work, their benefits and limits, and examples from around the world.

Explains how solar energy is generated and used, discusses solar panels and solar power towers, and considers the use of solar energy as a renewable resource.

In an effort to move away from our dependence on fossil fuels, scientists and engineers have discovered ways to harness the power of the sun to create electricity. This fact-filled book explores solar energy through a STEM perspective. Students will learn how energy from the sun travels millions of miles through space to power our lives here on Earth. The pros and cons of using solar energy are discussed in detail. Dazzling full-color photographs encourage students to make connections with the text and will keep even reluctant readers engaged.

The Critical Importance Of Environmental Preservation Is Apparent To Everyone. The Issues Facing Us Today, Be They Global Warming, The Depleting Ozone Layer, The Controversy Over Nuclear Power, Or The Continuing Problems Of Water Pollution And Solid Waste Disposal, Are Headline News. Environmental Science: Systems And Solutions, Fourth Edition, Offers The Basic Principles Necessary To Understand And Address These Multi-Faceted And Often Very Complex Current Environmental Concerns. The Book Provides A Comprehensive Overview And Synthesis Of Environmental Science And Provides The Basic Factual Data Necessary To Understand The Environment As It Is Today. It Is Important That Students Understand How Various Aspects Of The Natural Environment Interconnect With Each Other And With Human Society. Using A Systems Approach, The Authors Have Organized Complex Information In A Way That Highlights These Connections In A Fair And Unbiased Fashion. A Study Guide Is Incorporated At The End Of Each Chapter To Help Reinforce Concepts And Provide A Clear Overview Of Material.